Propulsion Manager
About The Position
ExoTerra designs and manufactures the propulsion systems that move spacecraft farther, longer, and more efficiently. As a leader in electric propulsion, we develop and produce Hall thrusters, propulsion modules, and power electronics at scale, supporting a growing range of space missions and constellations. Our propulsion solutions serve space exploration, defense, and commercial programs. ExoTerra is now part of Voyager Technologies, an innovative defense, national security, and space technology company committed to delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. Together, we tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.
Requirements
- Master's degree (minimum) in engineering or equivalent technical field
- 7+ years of experience in the design, development, and flight of electric propulsion systems, including at least 4 years specifically with Hall thrusters (graduate work may count toward total experience)
- Domain expertise in one or more areas of electric thruster development
- Proven experience across the electric thruster development lifecycle
- Understanding of low-cost electric thruster manufacturing and acceptance testing
- Leadership or management experience with a demonstrated history of mentoring
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience designing for the space environment
- U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Nice To Haves
- Ph.D. or equivalent industry experience in a field relevant to Hall thruster development
Responsibilities
- Lead the Hall-effect thruster and propellant systems development team
- Provide technical oversight of functional area and review staff work for technical integrity
- Conduct annual performance reviews, promotion recommendations, and disciplinary actions in coordination with HR
- Mentor and train staff; establish and track individual development goals
- Coordinate with Program Managers and IPT Leads to determine resource needs and assign staff based on company priorities
- Lead engineering and failure review boards on topics within functional area
- Manage Hall thruster test facility development and utilization
- Develop Hall thruster and propellant systems verification and validation plans
- Define manufacturing and test plans to produce low-cost Hall thrusters
- Collaborate with other subsystem team members on Hall thruster component development
Benefits
- discretionary annual bonus plan
- paid time off (PTO)
- comprehensive health benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
